E-flite Stearman PT-17 15e ARF User Manual

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Ο 11. Align the elevator with the stabilizer and apply

2 - 3 drops of thin CA to each hinge. Do not use

accelerator on the hinges as the CA needs to

penetrate the hinge for a complete bond.

Ο 12. Using the marks made in steps 1, 2 and 4, check

that the stabilizer is aligned with the fuselage.

Apply several drops of thin CA to each side of the

joint to glue the stabilizer in place.

Ο 13. Locate the tailwheel assembly. Using the supplied

Allen wrench, separate the tailwheel shaft from the

wheel assembly.

Ο 14. Install the tailwheel shaft in the fuselage.

Ο 15. Install two hinges in the rudder. Mix a small

amount of 6-minute epoxy and apply it to the tail

wheel shaft hole in the rudder with a toothpick,

then slide the rudder assembly on to the fin.

Use rubbing alcohol to clean any excess epoxy.

Use a T-pin in the center of each hinge to ensure

that it remains centered during installation.

E-flite Stearman PT-17 15e ARF Assembly Manual